Imported wines priced $20 and under declined by 5.7 percent to 98 million cases, according to the trade website Shanken Daily News. It was the sixth decline in the past seven years. Six of the top 10 brands declined.

Several recent strong harvests in California wine country have also increased the supply of domestic wines, competing with imports.

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The import trend might not last very long, however. Economists predict that, because of the increasing water shortage, West Coast winemakers might have trouble meeting demand over the next 10 years. And prices might rise if the drought continues, according to The Wine Economist website.

So it might be smart to stock up on European wines – both under and over $20. Here are some that I like: